Draymond Green snubs Wembanyama while naming Spurs’ most important playoff player so far
Draymond Green named Stephon Castle the most important player for the San Antonio Spurs in their current playoff series, praising his impact despite Victor Wembanyama's prominence. The Spurs hold a 3-1 lead over the Portland Trail Blazers, with Castle stepping up notably in Game 4. Green highlighted Castle's leadership and all-around play as pivotal to the team's success. Wembanyama's absence in Game 4 underscored Castle's growing role.
- ▪Draymond Green identified Stephon Castle, not Victor Wembanyama, as the Spurs' most important playoff player so far.
- ▪Stephon Castle averaged 21 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game in the series.
- ▪Castle scored 33 points in Game 4, leading the Spurs to a 120-108 win without Wembanyama.
- ▪The Spurs hold a 3-1 series lead over the Portland Trail Blazers in the first-round playoff matchup.
- ▪Green emphasized that Castle's contributions are often overlooked due to Wembanyama's star status.
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